Alcohol Preparation Pads/Swab

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Flammable solids Category 1

Health hazards

Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A

Environmental hazards

Not determined

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable solid Causes serious eye irritation

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces – No smoking. Use only in a well-ventilated area.

Response

If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. In case of fire: use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place.

Disposal

Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

Main Hazards: Highly flammable; irritation to eyes; vapor may cause drowsiness and dizziness Absorption: Eye contact; ingestion; inhalation; skin contact Carcinogenic Status

Potential health effects

Eyes Liquid, mist or vapor will cause conjunctival irritation and possible corneal damage. Skin Repeated or prolonged contact may produce defatting of the skin leading to irritation and dermatitis. Liquid may be absorbed through the skin but not in toxicologically significant amounts, unless the contact area is large and under prolonged exposure. Ingestion Swallowing a small amount may have the effect of any of these symptoms: irritation of mouth, throat, digestive tract, and central nerves system depression. A large dose may have the effect of any of these symptoms: dizziness, drowsiness, headache, mental confusion, nerve damage leading to numbness and muscle weakness, fall of blood pressure, liver damage, lung damage. Inhalation Exposure to vapor may have the effect of any of these symptoms: irritation of nose, throat and respiratory tract, central nerve system depression. Exposure to vapor at high concentration may have the effects of any of these symptoms: dizziness, drowsiness, headache, mental confusion, lung damage, fall of blood pressure, liver damage, nerve damage leading to numbness and muscle weakness.